Chhaava: 6 am and midnight shows added for Vicky Kaushal starrer in some cities - Here's how the wildfire is taking over

Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava is the talk of the town, making waves at the domestic box office. Released on February 14, 2025, the film has drawn massive audiences, with strong advance bookings and high footfalls leading to a healthy collection. In just two days, the movie has amassed nearly ₹70 crore, reflecting immense demand. A prime example of this demand is in Pune, where occupancy rates have surpassed expectations, prompting cinema halls to introduce screenings as early as 6:00 AM and as late as midnight.

Chhaava Gets 6 AM Shows in Pune

Based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and adapted from the novel of the same name, Chhaava was one of the most anticipated films of the year. Starring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles, the movie is directed by Laxman Utekar and backed by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Pictures. 

According to Koimoi, the film has witnessed a 95% occupancy rate in Pune, leading cinema halls to extend their screening schedules. Many theaters in Pune have now introduced 6:00 AM shows, a significant milestone. Since Sunday, theaters in Mumbai and Pune have already begun midnight screenings to meet demand. According to HT, theaters in smaller centers have started shows at 6:00 AM and 1:00 AM, with midnight screenings extending to 12:45 AM, 1:00 AM, 1:15 AM, and even 1:30 AM. However, some of these extended schedules are yet to be fully implemented.

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Chhaava Box Office Update

Chhaava has emerged as the biggest opener of Vicky Kaushal’s career, collecting ₹31 crore on its first day in India—a remarkable achievement for the actor. Early estimates already suggested that the movie was set for record-breaking numbers over the weekend, and it has not disappointed. The film is on track to cross the ₹100 crore milestone in its opening weekend.

On day two, Chhaava earned ₹36.50 crore at the Indian box office, according to Sacnilk. This marks a significant increase from day one, bringing its total domestic earnings to ₹67.50 crore. With an overall occupancy of 50.39% on Saturday, February 15, the film must maintain this momentum to surpass ₹100 crore today.

About Chhaava

Directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Pictures, Chhaava is based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire, who ruled from 1681 to 1689. The film is set on a grand scale and features Rashmika Mandanna as Yesubai Bhonsale, Divya Dutta as Sambhaji Maharaj's stepmother Soyarabai, and Akshaye Khanna as Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Chhaava was released in Indian cinemas on February 14, 2025.

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